Step-by-Step Guide: How to Become a Fabric Designer and Free Checklist Included! Hey there, fellow creatives! Are you itching to dive into the colorful world of fabric design and turn your passion into a fulfilling career? Well, you’re in luck! I’ve just released my latest YouTube video, where I spill all the beans on “How to Become a Fabric Designer.” In this video, I’m sharing my personal journey and all the tips and tricks I’ve picked up along the way to help you kickstart your own fabric design adventure. From finding your unique style to mastering those tricky design software tools, w ..read more

PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR 2024 IN FABRIC DESIGN. Let’s explore the juicy world of pattern design, infused with the Pantone Color of the Year 2024 Peach Fuzz! Dive deep into the creative process as we showcase how to incorporate this year’s trending color into captivating repeat patterns. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just starting out, join us for an inspiring journey filled with tips, techniques, and endless possibilities. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to stay ahead of the design curve and unleash your creativity with the Pantone Color of the Year 2024! Subscribe now a ..read more

It’s here! Our BLACK FRIDAY OFFER: 30% discount on any of Oksancia School courses. For a limited time, you can enroll in any online course at Oksancia Textile Design School with a 30% discount + get 2 amazing extra bonuses. This is a once-per-year-only deal which is valid for a few days only so hurry up and take advantage of it now ? Click here to learn more about this offer! These amazing bonuses are for anyone who enrols in any of my courses during this promotion: BONUS 1: Textile Design Q&A call + recording ($129 value) BONUS 2: Give the same course you purchased to a friend for ..read more

It’s a super exciting week at Oksancia because we’re celebrating 16 fantastic years of Oksancia Design Studio and 6 awesome years of Oksancia Online School! It’s a funny coincidence that I kicked off both of them in November, just 10 years apart. But you know what? I’ve enjoyed and treasured every single year of it! A massive shoutout to my teaching assistant Moonlie for being a rockstar in supporting us over the last few years. And, of course, a huge thank you to all you amazing students! We couldn’t have hit this awesome milestone without each and every one of you   ..read more

? This was not planned ? Things kept falling over as I tried to film! We’ve all been there, haven’t we? Those moments when things don’t go as planned, when self-doubt creeps in, and the canvas seems to mock our efforts. But remember, those are the very moments that define us as artists. ?️ Embrace the ups and downs of your artistic journey, for they shape your unique path. ? Every brushstroke, every stitch, every design carries a piece of your soul. It’s in the imperfections that true beauty often emerges. ? When the going gets tough, take a step back and breathe. Reflect on why you started ..read more

I love my home design studio so much! I design my fabric here + I am a Youtuber and a teacher of repeat pattern design and online business for designers so I have a lot of filming gear in here too ? We moved many times over the years and I recreated a version of my home studio every time: in the corner of my living room to finally a whole room with a balcony for my creative space! Where is your creative space? Comment below and share with me ? Wishing you an awesome, creative day! Oksancia ___ Related resources for pattern designers: ★ FREE WEBINAR: 3 Secrets To Running a Creative Lifest ..read more

Oh, the joys of being a pet parent! ?? I got myself a new office chair as a goal completion gift of creating and releasing my Pattern Master Academy online course. The very first night after we brought the chair home, my furry companion decided to give it a “paws-on” review. The result? Well, let’s just say it’s now got a distinctive feline touch! While I may need to do a bit of upholstery work, I can’t help but smile at the unexpected artistry that unfolded right in my home design studio. Lesson learned: Sometimes, the quirks of our pets bring a touch of charm to our creative spaces. It’s ..read more

⭐️So happy I got started as an artist and a textile designer and made that decision! My life was changed forever and it gave me so much freedom, meaning, and creative expression. Have you ever had that defining moment in life when you made a choice that altered the course of your journey forever? I’m Oksancia, an artist and textile designer with over 15 years of experience, and I want to share my story of how embracing my creative path brought me unparalleled freedom, profound meaning, and a boundless avenue for self-expression. I remember the day I made the decision to become an artist and ..read more

MY FABRIC STASH AS A TEXTILE DESIGNER AND HOW I USE IT. Wondering how I use my fabrics in my work as a surface pattern designer? Then this video is for you! Learn how to use your own fabrics in different ways for your own fabric designer business with my tips and trips as well as discover what projects I do with my fabric stash. ★ FREE WEBINAR: 3 Secrets To Running a Creative Lifestyle Business Designing Vector Repeat Patterns. Register for free here: https://oksancia.com/freewebinar/ ★ BONUS WORKBOOK: GROW YOUR PATTERN PORTFOLIO 15x FASTER: Want to learn my system for growing your repeat p ..read more

Hey, my amazing, creative friends! I am so excited to announce that I will be teaching a brand-new live webinar next Wednesday (August 2, 2023) at 10 am Pacific Time. If you want to unlock your potential for client success and elevate your career as a pattern designer than this is a not-to-be-missed live webinar. Take advantage of this chance to gain the competitive edge and become a sought-after expert in the world of repeat pattern design!   ? You will learn: – Discover a step-by-step roadmap to working with one-on-one pattern design clients successfully. – Get inspired by my own ove ..read more